Insights & Strategies
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Welcome to my blog, where I share professional insights and strategic perspectives on mergers, acquisitions, and corporate finance.
About Me
Learn moreYong Kwon is an experienced accountant and consultant specialized in exit planning, valuation consulting and M&A transaction advisory services to various clients, ranging from Korean public companies to family-owned businesses in diversified industries. He has provided both buy-side and sell-side advisory to assist clients in M&A transactions. Yong has performed the valuation consulting services including business valuations, Merger and Acquisition (M&A) valuations, and purchase price allocation analyses. Through his experiences including valuation, accounting, taxation, M&A and financing, he consults business value growth and personnel financial planning.
M&A, Valuation, Exit Planning, Financial Planning, Family Office, Retirement Plans, Private Accounting, Assurance, International Taxes
Designations and Certifications
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Personal Financial Specialist (PFS)
- Accredited in Business Valuation (ABV)
- Certified Valuators and Analysts (CVA)
- Certified Merger and Acquisition Advisor (CM&AA)
- Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA)
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Lower & Middle Market M&A in 2026: The New Playbook for Buyers, Sellers, and Advisors
Lower and middle market M&A in 2026 is defined by disciplined pricing, creative deal structures, and a premium on operational readiness. With rates still a meaningful input to valuation and lenders favoring cash-flow durability, the most successful transactions are those that pair realistic expectations with strong quality-of-earnings, clear value-creation levers, and thoughtful risk allocation. This […]
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The Next Era of Company Building: Investors, Founder Careers, and Startup Advantage
Company building is shifting from a niche model into a core way new ventures will be formed, funded, and scaled. Investors are moving from “backing a founder’s singular idea” toward underwriting repeatable venture creation systems—where speed, capital efficiency, and de-risked execution matter as much as vision. This evolution will reshape founder career paths: more founders […]
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Building a Sellable Business: Key Strategies for Entrepreneurs
To build a business attractive to buyers, entrepreneurs should specialize their offerings, diversify their client base, and transform services into repeatable products. Establishing a positive cash flow cycle, creating measurable sales systems, and cultivating a strong management team further enhance a company’s appeal. Thorough documentation of processes, strategic growth planning, transparent communication, and clearly defined personal exit goals also play crucial roles. By integrating these strategies, business owners can maximize their company’s market value, ensuring operational independence, sustainable growth, and successful long-term exits.
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Understanding Business Valuation vs. Purchase Price Allocation (PPA)
Gain comprehensive insights into the crucial distinctions between Business Valuation and Purchase Price Allocation (PPA). This detailed guide explores the essentials of Purchase Price Allocation, provides in-depth explanations of intangible assets recognized in PPA, and discusses valuation methodologies. Gain clarity on critical considerations when performing PPA, illustrated by a practical example.
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